In this talk, Donald Rothberg describes a vision of bringing wisdom and love to all parts of our lives, and draws on the Letter from Birmingham Jail.
A note from Sean
When I look at the big problems of our time, I ask what more I can do from love rather than anger, and from compassion rather than fear. If we take on big challenges out of fear or anger, we usually make less impact than when we move from care and purpose. So I start by noticing my own reactivity and tending to it.
Try this today. Pick one thing that frustrates you today, a headline or a coworker. Before you respond, take three slow breaths and feel your feet on the floor. Then ask what care would do here, and do that one small thing.
Keep going: Spirituality and Politics and 8 Mindfulness Exercises for Love and Compassion.
This suits anyone who cares about the world and gets worn down by it. If the news or your own anger runs hot, go gently. Stop when you need to.
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